Electronics Technician

ADGA is hiring an Electronics Technician to work in the electronics workshop that we manage for a correctional services institute in Nova Scotia.

Responsibilities:

• Performs preventative and corrective maintenance in accordance with approved maintenance plans.
• Ensures that test equipment is calibrated on a regular basis as per an approved calibration plan.
• Restores systems by replacing faulty modules or components. Repairs faulty modules onsite when feasible.
• Makes necessary arrangements for modules to be repaired at the suppliers plant or at contractors inhouse repair facilities when repair is not possible on site.
• Records all maintenance and repair activities in the electronic maintenance information system (MIS).
• Maintains records showing all preventive and corrective maintenance activities including test results
• Prepares and submits reports to the institutional representatives as specified in this document. Institutional representatives may request frequent meetings to monitor daily activities and unusual issues/problems.
• Performs annual inventory check of electronic security systems their major components and major spare parts. Reports anomalies to institutional representatives for resolution. Example: major spare parts have been depleted and system is now vulnerable without spare parts on site; or; new systems have been added but the required maintenance handover reports have not been submitted to NHQ
• Inspect and test items returning from repair facilities to ensure they are operational and meet relevant quality parameters including incoming spare parts.
• Maintains clean working areas; sweeping washing and vacuuming floors as required.
• Complies with all local safety and security rules and regulations as published by the Institution.
• Provide Telephone Support to other Technicians when requested.
• Available for oncall services after regular hours as per the local oncall schedule.
• Submits reports to the Regional Supervisor.
• Proactively researches and stays up to date with newly installed systems to be able to manage the equipment effectively.

Qualifications :

• A minimum of a college degree from a technology program or equivalent. A combination of education and experience with proven ability to perform the duties of the position may be accepted.
• Knowledge of Communications in GP test equipment commercial and personal computers and their peripherals as well as MS Office Suite software experience.
• This position requires exposure to information that requires a security clearance. All applicants must meet eligibility requirements for contracting with the Government of Canada

Other nicetohave Qualifications:

• The technician must be able to communicate his/her ideas clearly and this requires good interpersonal skills in order to problemsolve and interact at the client site effectively.
• Decisions require clear conceptual thinking of complex technical situations; advice must be sought if uncertainty exists.
• Either the CompTIA A and/or Network certifications are an asset. Certifications including Working at Heights (Fall Arrest) First Aid Confined Space and WHMIS are all assets as well.
• A very good understanding of RF CATV CCTV PA/intercom and automated control systems is an asset.

Additional Information :

• ECO (Emergency call out) pay $200/rotation
• Paid vacation
• Medical/Dental Benefits
• Safety footware and uniform allowance
• Training support

WorkLife Balance  

We strongly support a healthy and productive worklife balance. This starts with a flexible approach to work and policies designed to support employees through their daytoday routines and major life events. For example we offer a Maternity/Parental TopUp (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave TopUp (up to 180 days). 

ADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity Equity & Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices into our work culture. Our employeebased DEI Committee explores activities and invites discussions that foster an environment where all employees feel valued respected and heard.

Compensation  

Above and beyond our commitment to offer a competitive base salary ADGA has a companywide profitsharing plan for all fulltime and parttime employees.

Comprehensive Benefits and Total Rewards  

We offer a comprehensive benefit program providing employees with the choice between base or enhanced plans. Depending on the plan ADGA pays for Health & Dental a Health Spending Account ShortTerm Disability an Employee Assistance Program and a Telemedicine service. Also offered: discounts on gym memberships 5000 perks through Perkoplis a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan and access to a wide range of other employeecentric services and savings programs.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime